Trail Running Calendar Washington 2025-2026

The Grand Ridge Trail Run, held at Grand Ridge Regional Park in Issaquah, Washington, is the final race of the Evergreen Trail Runs season. It offers multiple distance options including 5-mile, half-marathon, full marathon, and 50K, catering to a wide range of runners. The course features two distin..

The Ruff is a challenging 7-mile trail race held at Dog Mountain Trailhead in Carson, Washington, within the scenic Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The course features a steep 3-mile ascent gaining 3,000 feet to Dog Mountain's summit, followed by a 4-mile downhill run on single-track trai..

Climb 89 is an Everesting Run Challenge held in Richland, Washington, featuring a 0.35-mile one-way course with an 89-meter (292 feet) elevation gain per lap. Participants aim to complete up to 100 laps, totaling an elevation gain equivalent to Mt. Everest (29,032 feet).The event offers five shorter..

The Pigtails Run, held in Maple Valley, Washington, is a unique "Fat Ass" style race celebrating its 20th year in 2025. It offers distances of 50K, marathon, and half marathon along a scenic course featuring paved trails, river views, and wooded areas. The event emphasizes self-sufficiency and camar..

The Deception Pass 50K and 25K races take place at Deception Pass State Park in Oak Harbor, Washington, known for its rugged coastline, steep cliffs, dense forests, and stunning views. The courses traverse nearly the entire park, including two crossings of the historic Deception Pass Bridge, about 1..

Saturnalia is a winter trail running event held at Squaxin Park in Olympia, Washington. Featuring a 10K distance, it offers participants a festive holiday atmosphere amid the challenges of winter trails, darkness, and variable weather conditions. The event celebrates the season with a fun and spirit..

The Langlauf 10K Cross Country Ski Race is held annually at the Mount Spokane Nordic Ski Center in Mead, Washington, the premier cross-country ski area in the Inland Northwest. This traditional 10-kilometer race features wave starts to accommodate skiers of all skill levels and speeds. Celebrated as..

The Lost Lake 25K is a scenic point-to-point trail run held in Bellingham, Washington, within the state's first park, Larrabee State Park. Starting at the Lost Lake Trailhead and finishing at the Larrabee State Park Amphitheater, the 25-kilometer course takes runners through moss-draped old-growth f..

The Little Backyard Adventure (LBA) is a trail running event held at L.B.A. Park in Olympia, Washington. Featuring 3, 6, and 12-hour endurance runs, the race challenges participants to complete as many ~4-mile loops as possible on a twisting, technical single-track course through the lush, forested..

The Badger Mountain Challenge in Richland, Washington, is a popular ultramarathon event held annually in the scenic Badger Mountain Preserve, known for its beautiful Columbia Basin views. The 2026 event, marking its 15th year, offers seven race options including 15K, 55K, 50-mile, 100K, and 100-mile..

The OAT Run is a trail running event held in Port Angeles, Washington, on the Olympic Adventure Trail. It features three race distances: a point-to-point 12K, a half marathon, and an out-and-back 50K, all on single-track trails traversing Kelly Ridge between Olympic National Park and the Strait of J..

Run With the Goats is an annual 50K trail running event held in Kennewick, Washington, on the single-track trails of Reata Canyon. The race features three divisions: Beers, Lights, and Sobers. Participants in the Beers and Lights categories must drink a beer before each 4.5-mile lap, completing seve..

The Sunflower Relay, Half Marathon and Marathon will take place in Winthrop on Saturday 25 April 2026. You can run between 13 and 26 miles.

The Leavenworth Firefighter Challenge is a demanding endurance event held in Leavenworth, Washington, featuring a 6.2-mile (10k) course that climbs 1,665 vertical feet through rugged National Forest terrain. This challenging race tests both the physical and mental stamina of participants. The event..

Leavenworth Trail Fest, held in Leavenworth, Washington, is a mountain running event featuring multiple race distances including the Ski Hill 55k, Leavenworth Skyline 27k, and a Town 5k. The 27k course offers 3,800 feet of vertical gain, showcasing scenic views of the Cascade Mountains and Eastern C..

Kaniksu Trail Runs, held in the scenic Lower Selkirk Mountain Range within Washington's Colville National Forest, offers a variety of challenging mountain trail races. Distances range from a 13.5-mile run to a grueling 100K ultra, including a 50-mile course, 50K, 29K, and unique events like the Solo..

The Jasper Mountain Trail Fest, held in Dayton, Washington, is a fundraising trail running event supporting the Jasper Mountain Reserve, a nature conservation area in the Blue Mountains. The festival offers four race options: a challenging 5-person relay covering 100 km, a solo half marathon (13.1 m..

The Yeti Ultra Trail Washington is an annual ultra-running event held at the Hyak Trailhead on the Palouse to Cascades Trail in Washington state. Scheduled for June 26-27, 2026, it offers three challenging distances: a new 200K, a 100-mile, and a 100K race. The course features a runner-friendly, out..

The SISU 24 Ultra PNW is a unique endurance event held at Camp Sheppard near Enumclaw, Washington, in the scenic Cascade Mountains close to Mount Rainier National Park. Participants can choose from a 24-hour solo or team adventure, or tackle a challenging 100-mile race with a 32-hour cutoff and over..

The Blue Mountain Bash is a 5K trail race held in the scenic Blue Mountains of southeast Washington, within the Umatilla National Forest near Pomeroy. The out-and-back course starts at Boundary Trailhead and follows the wide, rolling North-South Trail to Rose Springs SnoPark, making it ideal for bot..